First on the agenda was dinner. This area is famous for its "lobster pounds," which are essentially quaint buildings where tourists and crustaceans converge to pump money into the local economy. There is a reason that they are so popular, however: the food is absolutely delicious! Since it was Charlotte's birthday, we opted to take the traditional "shore dinner" route, which begins with a healthy serving of "steamers." While anyone can steam a clam (including me and Charlotte on several occasions), the lobster pounds always manage to make them taste better, so it was a real treat to start the meal. Next, we enjoyed the obligatory lobsters (and butter!!!), along with a couple scrumptious side dishes. It was a very rare treat, but we enjoyed it immensely, and left ready to tackle an evening of exploration.
From Ogunquit, where the lobster pound was located, we next headed south to York Beach (which is approximately 20 minutes-without traffic-from our home base here in Dover). While the beach and quaint downtown certainly fill up on a hot summer day, this evening was perfect: nice, warm temperatures, but plenty of space to explore and relax. We began by enjoying the ocean view from "Short Sands Beach."
Next, we headed towards the quaint downtown. Among the numerous, quaint businesses, Goldenrod Kisses appears to have the market cornered on saltwater taffy. We spent a good deal of time (as most passers-by do) gawking at the taffy-making machines, which are placed in full view of the sidewalk so that people can watch the process.
Next, we headed off towards the ocean once more to visit two great establishments: the open-air candlepin bowling alley and the "Fun-o-rama."
Although Charlotte bowled with her right hand, and I used my left, neither of us managed to fully master the game.
However, with our accumulated quarters, we went next door to the "Fun-o-rama" and had loads of fun raking in the tickets at the Skeeball machine. I think we're getting pretty good, because after playing at least ten games of Skeeball, the generous prize counter lady gave us an Airhead (pink lemonade flavor) AND one Laffy Taffy AND two Tootsie Rolls! Wow! We made out like bandits!
After a long day of work (and Skeeball), we returned to Dover for some birthday cake. While the week interfered with our own baking efforts, we lucked out, because Portsmouth, NH happens to have a very cute cupcake shop...mmm!
Anyway, that's all the news that's fit to print...for now. In our next post, we will shed some calories from our blog as we head to Acadia National Park to update you on our recent weekend of hiking, biking, and exploring!
From Ogunquit, where the lobster pound was located, we next headed south to York Beach (which is approximately 20 minutes-without traffic-from our home base here in Dover). While the beach and quaint downtown certainly fill up on a hot summer day, this evening was perfect: nice, warm temperatures, but plenty of space to explore and relax. We began by enjoying the ocean view from "Short Sands Beach."
Next, we headed towards the quaint downtown. Among the numerous, quaint businesses, Goldenrod Kisses appears to have the market cornered on saltwater taffy. We spent a good deal of time (as most passers-by do) gawking at the taffy-making machines, which are placed in full view of the sidewalk so that people can watch the process.
Next, we headed off towards the ocean once more to visit two great establishments: the open-air candlepin bowling alley and the "Fun-o-rama." 
Although Charlotte bowled with her right hand, and I used my left, neither of us managed to fully master the game. 
However, with our accumulated quarters, we went next door to the "Fun-o-rama" and had loads of fun raking in the tickets at the Skeeball machine. I think we're getting pretty good, because after playing at least ten games of Skeeball, the generous prize counter lady gave us an Airhead (pink lemonade flavor) AND one Laffy Taffy AND two Tootsie Rolls! Wow! We made out like bandits!
After a long day of work (and Skeeball), we returned to Dover for some birthday cake. While the week interfered with our own baking efforts, we lucked out, because Portsmouth, NH happens to have a very cute cupcake shop...mmm!
Anyway, that's all the news that's fit to print...for now. In our next post, we will shed some calories from our blog as we head to Acadia National Park to update you on our recent weekend of hiking, biking, and exploring! 
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